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Cris Cyborg Returns to Boxing with Green Bay Fight Night Main Event April 27

Cris Cyborg Returns to Boxing with Green Bay Fight Night Main Event April 27

16x MMA Grand Slam Champion will be returning to the sport of Professional Boxing April 27 as she steps into the ring as the main event of Rough House Promotions: Green Bay Fight Night Cris Cyborg the current Bellator MMA Champion last competed in MMA at Bellator 300 where she scored a 1st round... - February 22, 2024 - Cris Cyborg

NinjaTrix Leaps Toward Future Growth with New Kid’s Fitness Franchise Opportunity

NinjaTrix Leaps Toward Future Growth with New Kid’s Fitness Franchise Opportunity

NinjaTrix, the innovative kid's fitness studio that blends gymnastics, parkour, martial arts, and life skills into an action-packed adventure, is now offering franchise opportunities. This exciting evolution from a successful licensee program to a full-fledged franchise signifies NinjaTrix's... - January 24, 2024 - NinjaTrix

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Shines at IBJJF World NoGi Championship in Las Vegas

Miami Lakes Competitors Claim Four Medals Showcasing Remarkable Skill and Tenacity - December 24, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Secures Victorious Wins at Jiu-Jitsu World League Season 2023

48 Competing Kids Triumph with 35 Gold Medals, Leading Academy to Remarkable Success - December 24, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Triumphs at Miami Open 2023, Secures Nine Medals

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Triumphs at Miami Open 2023, Secures Nine Medals

Exceptional Performance Showcases Academy's Dominance as South Florida’s Top Jiu-Jitsu Academy - November 29, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Showcases Exceptional Performance at ADCC Orlando Open

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Showcases Exceptional Performance at ADCC Orlando Open

Outstanding Display of Skill and Determination Earns Multiple Medals - November 28, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Empowers Hialeah Gardens Police Department with Specialized Defensive Tactics Training

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Empowers Hialeah Gardens Police Department with Specialized Defensive Tactics Training

Miami Lakes Based Jiu-Jitsu Academy Instills Officers with Vital Self-Defense Skills and Resilience Mindset - November 15, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Cris Cyborg Returns to Boxing Jan. 19 Against Kelsey Wickstrum, the #3 Ranked Boxer in the USA

Cris Cyborg Returns to Boxing Jan. 19 Against Kelsey Wickstrum, the #3 Ranked Boxer in the USA

Cris Cyborg is the only MMA Grand Slam Champion after winning belts with Bellator MMA, UFC, Invicta, and Strikeforce. Cyborg will be making her return to Professional Boxing against the #3 ranked female fighter in the USA Kelsey Wickstrum Jan 19, 2024 as the Main Event of WFC 163 at the Pechanga Casino in Temecula California. More info CrisCyborg.com. - November 13, 2023 - Cris Cyborg

Cris Cyborg vs. Cat Zingano Bellator 300 Fight Most Watched Female Fight in Brazil Since 2018

Cris Cyborg vs. Cat Zingano Bellator 300 Fight Most Watched Female Fight in Brazil Since 2018

Cris Cyborg proves she is still one of the biggest names in Brazilian Mixed Martial Arts, as her Bellator 300 Victory over #1 contender Cat Zingano on the Globo owned Combate broadcast network was a rating success in Brazil earning a 70+ ratings percent share making it the most watched female fight in the country since 2008 and the most watched Female Bellator MMA fight in the history of Brazil. - October 17, 2023 - Cris Cyborg

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Triumphs at the 2023 Orlando Championship, Securing Top Honors

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Triumphs at the 2023 Orlando Championship, Securing Top Honors

Outstanding performance showcases the academy's commitment to excellence and effective training methodology - October 03, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

RealCappers.com Revolutionizes UFC and MMA Fan Engagement with Innovative Mobile App

RealCappers.com Revolutionizes UFC and MMA Fan Engagement with Innovative Mobile App

Capitalizing on UFC's Surge and Anticipating Wider Sports Betting Regulation in the US - October 01, 2023 - AP3 LLC dba RealCappers.com

New Palm Coast Martial Arts School Already a “Neighborhood Favorite"

New Palm Coast Martial Arts School Already a “Neighborhood Favorite"

The Dragon Institute, Palm Coast’s newest martial arts school, has been named a Neighborhood Favorite only one month after its grand opening. This honor comes as the outcome of a voting process by neighbors residing in Palm Coast and the wider Flagler County region, facilitated through the community networking platform, Nextdoor. - September 10, 2023 - Adam Williss Martial Arts

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chino Hills Shines Bright, Securing Gold at Jiu Jitsu World League Golden State VIII

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chino Hills Shines Bright, Securing Gold at Jiu Jitsu World League Golden State VIII

Five champions from 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chino Hills dominated the Jiu Jitsu World League Golden State VIII in Stockton. Highlights include Daniel Griego's triangle submission, Alberto Sotomayor's swift Darce Choke, Lindsey Briseno's 21-2 finals victory, and impressive comebacks by Head Coach Jeff Willingham and Jason Townsell. Supported by Coach Brandon Townsell and Leticia Sotomayor, the team remains unbeaten. The squad is geared up for the Jiu Jitsu World League San Diego XIII in October. - September 01, 2023 - 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chino Hills

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Wraps Up a Successful 3rd Annual Kids Summer Duals Competition

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Wraps Up a Successful 3rd Annual Kids Summer Duals Competition

Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Promotes Camaraderie and Skill Development through In-House Youth Jiu-Jitsu Tournament Hialeah Gardens High School - August 28, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Athletes Shine at 2023 Pan Kids Championship, Securing 8 Medals

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Athletes Shine at 2023 Pan Kids Championship, Securing 8 Medals

Young talents demonstrate remarkable performance, earning 3 gold, 2 silver, and 3 bronze medals. - August 01, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Introduces Early Morning Jiu-Jitsu Classes for All Students, Monday Through Thursday

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Introduces Early Morning Jiu-Jitsu Classes for All Students, Monday Through Thursday

Newly added 7 a.m. classes offer enhanced flexibility and convenience for Jiu-Jitsu enthusiasts. - July 10, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chino Hills Competitors Dominate Jiu Jitsu World League in Stockton: Jeff Willingham, Jason Townsell, and Alberto Sotomayor Take Home Gold

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chino Hills Competitors Dominate Jiu Jitsu World League in Stockton: Jeff Willingham, Jason Townsell, and Alberto Sotomayor Take Home Gold

Three competitors from 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chino Hills dominated the Jiu Jitsu World League Pacific Open in Stockton,CA, winning gold medals in the No Gi competition.Jeff Willingham, Jason Townsell, and Alberto Sotomayor showcased their skills and scored no points against them.The team aims to excel at the upcoming World Championship and currently ranks 6th in No Gi.Located in Chino Hills, the academy offers classes for all levels, emphasizing a friendly environment and top-notch instruction. - June 22, 2023 - 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chino Hills

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Introduces Exclusive Kids Summer Camp Program for Existing Students

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Introduces Exclusive Kids Summer Camp Program for Existing Students

Immersive and comprehensive program focuses on skill development, wrestling, and fitness for young Jiu-Jitsu enthusiasts. - June 16, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Enter the Dragon - Kung Fu Comes to Palm Coast/Flagler County

Enter the Dragon - Kung Fu Comes to Palm Coast/Flagler County

Award-Winning Martial Arts School Brings Kung Fu & the Legacy of Bruce Lee to Flagler County - May 29, 2023 - Adam Williss Martial Arts

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Achieves Impressive Wins in Spring Season Jiu-Jitsu Competitions

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Achieves Impressive Wins in Spring Season Jiu-Jitsu Competitions

The Jiu-Jitsu Academy located in Miami Lakes has reaffirmed its dominance in the Spring Season through its outstanding performance in recent tournaments. - May 24, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

UK Iaido Championships Come to Tipton: Local Dojo Looks to Build on Success

Ren Shin Kan, a local dojo based in Halesown, is gearing up for the UK Iaido Championships this year. The event, also known as the Iaido Nationals, will showcase some of the best martial artists in the country and promises to be an exciting competition. - May 24, 2023 - Ren Shin Kan Iaido

PCS3: Garcia vs. Randall, June 17

PCS3: Garcia vs. Randall, June 17

PCS3 Garcia vs. Randall: Professional MMA and Boxing Promotion returns to Houston with World-Wide PPV Broadcast on June 17. - May 21, 2023 - Paradigm Combat Sports Training Center

West Coast Wing Chun in Long Beach

Signal Hill, CA Martial Arts school West Coast Wing Chun moves to Long Beach, CA. - April 28, 2023 - West Coast Wing Chun

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Dominates IBJJF Pan Championship with 11 Medalists

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu Academy Dominates IBJJF Pan Championship with 11 Medalists

South Florida's leading MMA and Jiu-Jitsu academy dominate at the March, 2023 IBJJF Pan Championship - April 13, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense Academy Emerges as Overall Winners of Jiu-Jitsu World League Season 2022

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense Academy Emerges as Overall Winners of Jiu-Jitsu World League Season 2022

Miami Lakes-based martial arts school dominates Jiu-Jitsu World League competition. - March 29, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Black Belt Community Foundation Head Start Launches Spring 2023 Recruitment

Black Belt Community Foundation Head Start schools have launched their spring season recruitment. For each of the four Alabama counties that BBCF Head Start serves (Choctaw, Dallas, Marengo, and Wilcox) there will be open to the public recruiting events occurring on the schedule below. BBCF Head... - March 10, 2023 - Black Belt Community Foundation

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes BJJ Academy & Self Defense School Offers One Week of Free Trial Classes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes BJJ Academy & Self Defense School Offers One Week of Free Trial Classes

Experience the benefits of jiu-jitsu with a week of free trial classes at Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes. - February 01, 2023 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Cris Cyborg Finds Inspiration from Bruce Lee Ahead of Saturday's Return to Boxing Ring

Cris Cyborg Finds Inspiration from Bruce Lee Ahead of Saturday's Return to Boxing Ring

Cris Cyborg returns to Boxing Ring Saturday, Dec. 10 against Gabby Holloway on the main card Terence Crawford vs. Dave Avanesyan PPV, and on her final day of training camp, pays her respects to Bruce Lee grave memorial in Seattle, Washington. - December 07, 2022 - Cris Cyborg

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense Academy Are Triumphant at Jiu-Jitsu World League Championship

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense Academy Are Triumphant at Jiu-Jitsu World League Championship

After one day of intense action, the Miami Lakes academy took the lead in six categories. - November 30, 2022 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes BJJ Academy & Self Defense School Win Best Academy at JitzKings Tournament

Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes BJJ Academy & Self Defense School Win Best Academy at JitzKings Tournament

Local martial arts students win big at Jiu-Jitsu tournament. - November 09, 2022 - Rilion Gracie Miami Lakes

Cris Cyborg First Boxing Fight Does 110,000 Global Pay Per View (PPV) Buys

Cris Cyborg First Boxing Fight Does 110,000 Global Pay Per View (PPV) Buys

Cris Cyborg makes professional boxing debut at Fight Music Show 2 in Curitiba Brazil earning an 8 round unanimous decision over former Brazilian National Boxing champion Simone Silva and the event does over 110,000 Pay Per View Buys and over 10,000 fans in attendance. - October 10, 2022 - Cris Cyborg

Urijah Faber’s A1 Combat Expands Into Southern California

Urijah Faber’s A1 Combat Expands Into Southern California

UFC Hall of Famer turned promoter Urijah Faber has steered his new promotion Urijah Faber’s A1 Combat into the Southern California market. Their first LA show, Urijah Faber’s A1 Combat 6 Talbott VS Jimenez is scheduled for Saturday October 22 at the Commerce Casino. “It’s a... - September 25, 2022 - Firepower Promotions

Orange County Wing Chun Kung Fu School to Open Bringing Ip Man and Bruce Lee's Lessons to All Ages

Orange County Wing Chun Kung Fu School to Open Bringing Ip Man and Bruce Lee's Lessons to All Ages

The Dragon Institute, a new Wing Chun Kung Fu school, will open in Lake Forest, CA, offering lessons rooted in the teachings of Ip Man and Bruce Lee. It will hold its Grand Opening on Saturday, September 10 at 1pm. The Dragon Institute will have classes for children, teens and adults. - August 31, 2022 - Adam Williss Martial Arts

Teenager Severely Burned When Teacher Conducts Science Experiment - Launches Golf Foundation to Help Others Heal

Teenager Severely Burned When Teacher Conducts Science Experiment - Launches Golf Foundation to Help Others Heal

The Priest James Foundation is focused on providing putting greens for hospitals and medical facilities to utilize as a therapeutic resource. Most recently the Priest James Foundation installed its first putting green at the UCSD Health, Bannister Family House. - June 21, 2022 - Priest James Foundation

Workout to Save Lives - Liam's Life WOD

Workout to Save Lives - Liam's Life WOD

May 25, gyms around the world do Liam’s workout in honor of 15-month Liam Kowal who was killed by a drunk driver. Over 100 gyms worldwide participating in the workout in 2022; from gyms in southern California, like Krav Maga Worldwide, Crossfit Horsepower, Crossfit to the Core, Crossfit Coveted, Crossfit Downtown Santa Ana, to gyms all over the US and throughout parts of Europe. - May 25, 2022 - Liams Life Foundation

Cris Cyborg Moves Up ESPN Pound 4 Pound Women's Ranking with Historic Win in Hawaii

Cris Cyborg Moves Up ESPN Pound 4 Pound Women's Ranking with Historic Win in Hawaii

MMA only Grand Slam Champion Cris Cyborg defends Bellator MMA Belt after capturing UFC, Invicta FC, and Strikeforce Championships against #1 contender and former 2x Women's World Boxing Champion, Arlene Blencowe, in historic Hawaii MMA fight. - May 16, 2022 - Cris Cyborg

Ontario Non-Profit Org Announces Partnership with Mixed Martial Artist Johnny Case

Ontario Non-Profit Org Announces Partnership with Mixed Martial Artist Johnny Case

North Bay’s Ignite CHANGE is a local non-profit - and the work that they do supporting athletes dealing with mental health issues (anxiety, depression, etc) is recognized across North America. Research highlighting sports leadership and the positive impact that it can have on players is something that Ignite CHANGE has become well known for. - March 25, 2022 - The GM's Perspective

Daniel Gracie Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Opens in Hyannis

Daniel Gracie Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Opens in Hyannis

Daniel Gracie Academy offers a variety of fitness classes for adults and children of all experience levels. Classes include jiu jitsu, muay thai, kickboxing, bootcamp and special workshops that focus on improving one’s health and wellbeing. The kids’ program starts at age 4 with the Little Warriors program–offering students a jump start on learning the basics of staying active and making positive choices. - March 09, 2022 - Daniel Gracie Academy Hyannis

Holden Productions Signs Jeremiah Milton

Unbeaten heavyweight Jeremiah “Dreamland” Milton has signed an exclusive promotional contract with Holden Productions. Born and raised in Tulsa, the 27-year-old Milton is 3-0 with 3 KO’s as a pro. As an amateur, he was ranked among the top heavyweights in America and won a Silver... - January 07, 2022 - Holden Productions

Actor Ernie Reyes Jr. Calls Kidney Transplant "Greatest Christmas Gift Ever"

Actor Ernie Reyes Jr. Calls Kidney Transplant "Greatest Christmas Gift Ever"

After undergoing dialysis three times a week for the past six and a half years, actor Ernie Reyes Jr. is thankful for a second chance at life and looks forward with optimism to the future: "Christmas came early for me this year. Receiving a kidney transplant is the greatest Christmas gift ever." - December 30, 2021 - Ernie Reyes Jr.

A Runt-of-the-Litter Pup Becomes a Tae Kwon Do Master, Helping Other Down-and-Out Dogs Find Their Power Within in This Inspiring Debut Middle-Grade Series Title

A Runt-of-the-Litter Pup Becomes a Tae Kwon Do Master, Helping Other Down-and-Out Dogs Find Their Power Within in This Inspiring Debut Middle-Grade Series Title

"Tae Kwon Dog - The Power Within"; A wonderful story of perseverance and determination is the backdrop to this new series spotlighting the peaceful yet powerful Korean martial art. - September 28, 2021 - Tae Kwon Dog Books

UFC Star Jorge Masvidal Will Rip Into 2021 Panini Select  at NSCC for Debut of "BRKRZ"

UFC Star Jorge Masvidal Will Rip Into 2021 Panini Select at NSCC for Debut of "BRKRZ"

UFC star Jorge Masvidal will appear at the National Sports Collection Convention in Chicago to participate in a box break of 2021 Panini Select UFC trading cards. The event is part of a new venture, BRKRZ, which will showcase the exciting world of collectible breaks. - July 29, 2021 - BRKRZ

Novaes Jiu Jitsu Academy Offers Selective Training for Students of All Levels

Novaes Jiu Jitsu Academy Offers Selective Training for Students of All Levels

Alexandre (Alex) Novaes, 5th Degree Black Belt with over 35 years of Jiu Jitsu experience, 9 years of leadership over the Jiu Jitsu program at UFC Torrance, and owner of the Novaes Jiu Jitsu Academy in the South Bay, California, offers classes for any student pursuing Jiu Jitsu and fitness... - May 07, 2021 - Novaes Jiu Jitsu Academy

The Flux Adapt: The Shoe That Won the Vote in 2020

The Flux Adapt: The Shoe That Won the Vote in 2020

Fully funded in just 2 hours on Indiegogo, these shoes got our vote on November 3. - November 06, 2020 - Flux Footwear

US News and Business Report is Set to Release Their Ongoing Series of Sports and Human Interest Stories

US News and Business Report is set to release their ongoing series of sports and human interest stories such as "A Comeback Kid." (For full article: http://www.usnewsandbusinessreport.com/comebackkid) With excerpts such as: “One of the true marks of a great athlete is the innate... - September 16, 2020 - US News and Business Report

Body & Brain Get Bright Brain Education Festival Sept. 2020

Body & Brain Get Bright Brain Education Festival Sept. 2020

National Online Learning Event Features 15 Mindfulness Experts, Sept. 11-13, 2020. Open to the public. Learn many different ways of understanding and experiencing mindfulness as a way to grow your awareness, confidence and inner calm. 30 days access to video recordings of the 15 live sessions is included with registration. See agenda, bios and other details at https://BEFestival2020.bodynbrain.com. - September 11, 2020 - Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi

Tae Kwon Do Instructors Build Virtual School in 3 Days

World Class Tae Kwon Do is helping kids & families stay active and engaged during the coronavirus shutdown. - April 09, 2020 - World Class Tae Kwon Do

Patchogue Martial Arts School Provides Free Online Classes for Long Island Kids Affected by Coronavirus Restrictions

4GK Martial Arts is offering free online martial arts classes to any students affected by the closures of Suffolk County school districts due to coronavirus. - March 19, 2020 - 4GK Martial Arts

USKF Black Belt Hall of Fame to Induct Grand Master Eddie Minyard

USKF Black Belt Hall of Fame to Induct Grand Master Eddie Minyard

Grand Master Eddie Minyard is being inducted in the 2020 USKF Black Belt Hall of Fame, as Grand Master of the Year. GM Minyard is 8th Degree and has been a practitioner of Korean Martial Arts for over 45 years. The Induction Ceremony will take place at the Oak Hills Country Club, Omaha, NE on April... - January 10, 2020 - United States Kido Federation

USKF Black Belt Hall of Fame Inducts Supreme Master Bok Man Kim

USKF Black Belt Hall of Fame Inducts Supreme Master Bok Man Kim

Supreme Master Bok Man Kim is being inducted in the 2020 USKF Black Belt Hall of Fame in the Pioneer and Legends Category. He is an early pioneer of TaeKwon-Do. - January 06, 2020 - United States Kido Federation

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